Inventory Analyst (6-month contract)

Reference: JHB000539-Casey-1

An established organisation in the telecommunications infrastructure sector is looking for an Inventory Analyst to join its Sourcing and Vendor Management team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role supports the Inventory Manager with inventory reporting, analysis and stock control across the warehouse network. Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain inventory reports and analysis for management, including stock levels, stock ageing, slow-moving and obsolete stock, and stock movements.
• Reconcile physical stock against system records, investigate variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Analyse inventory data to support project builds, maintenance programmes and customer demand.
• Support stock counts, cycle counts and inventory accuracy across the warehouse network.
• Work with internal stakeholders on demand forecasts, fulfilment timelines and project milestones.
• Monitor inbound, outbound and inter-market stock movements in collaboration with regional teams.
• Support reverse logistics reporting, including returns, repairs, recycling and asset recovery.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory management, reporting and warehouse processes.
• Build effective working relationships with internal teams and external logistics partners.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an inventory, stock control or supply chain analyst role.
• Advanced Excel is essential, including pivot tables, lookups (XLOOKUP or INDEX-MATCH), SUMIFS and building reports from system data. Shortlisted candidates will complete a practical Excel assessment.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, stock reconciliation and warehouse processes.
• Experience working with ERP and warehouse management systems. Oracle is advantageous.
• Exposure to customs procedures and international shipping is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.

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